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Jorge Polanco Begins Triple‑A Rehab Assignment

A restart of his rehab with Triple‑A Syracuse gives the Mets a chance to assess whether he can return to the major‑league lineup.

Apr 5, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; New York Mets designated hitter Jorge Polanco (11) stands in the on deck during the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Polanco is expected to start a rehab assignment with Triple‑A Syracuse as he resumes work after left‑Achilles/ankle soreness kept him out of the Mets’ lineup.
  • The assignment will let the Mets give him controlled at‑bats and defensive innings that the club requires before deciding on a major‑league activation.
  • Polanco produced limited production in a short 2026 stint with the Mets, slashing .179/.246/.286 with one home run and two RBI, which contrasts with his 2025 season in Seattle when he hit .265/.326/.495 with 26 home runs and 78 RBI.
  • New York’s 34‑48 start and the recent firing of manager Carlos Mendoza, with Andy Green installed as interim manager, have increased the urgency for the team to evaluate returning players.
  • Polanco’s rehab is an important test rather than a guaranteed fix for the lineup and the Mets will monitor his pain, swing and defensive play to decide whether he replaces interim options at first base and DH such as Jared Young, Mark Vientos or Brett Baty.